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Peacock Politics

Go behind Canberra’s closed doors. Adam Peacock asks politicians and leading commentators to cut the crap and to explain simply how the Australian political system functions, why it was set up the way... Read more

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Ministers

Ministers

All ministers are politicians but not necessarily experts in their assigned area - a health minister usually isn't a doc... Read more

3 Mar 2021

33mins

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Chief of Staff

Chief of Staff

They are the person behind the politician. The one to help them think, devise strategy and run their office: The Chief o... Read more

1 Mar 2021

29mins

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Speech Writing

Speech Writing

Some of the greatest moments in political history are no accident, and an impactful speech from a leader can inspire cha... Read more

24 Feb 2021

35mins

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Local Government

Local Government

We hear plenty about the main show in Canberra and state politics, but what does local government mean in the Australian... Read more

22 Feb 2021

34mins

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The superpower base seems to be shifting and our northern neighbour China is becoming increasingly influential. Adam Pea... Read more

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What do the state governments mean in the grand scheme of Australian politics? Host Adam Peacock sits down with former P... Read more

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Who has the final say in the big decisions that govern Australia? Host Adam Peacock speaks to former Governor General Si... Read more

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